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This Peppermint Cheesecake Dip recipe is a creamy, delicious, and quick and easy holiday dessert dip that comes together in just 5 minutes!
For another festive and delicious holiday dip, try my Eggnog Dip.
There’s a meme of Will Farrell in “Elf” that says, “Patiently waited through Pumpkin Everything Season…Now it’s Peppermint Time!”
Honestly, I couldn’t agree more! Who’s with me? Who is ready to put the pumpkin spice away (although it is delicious) and break out the peppermint extract? I know I am!
Peppermint Cheesecake Dip
Peppermint makes me happy. It’s crisp, snappy, and festive; just one whiff instantly elevates my mood.
Recently I went to a Christmas party, and I wanted to bring something peppermint-flavored, easy to prepare, and super yummy. This cheesecake dip was spot on and the perfect party food!
Trust me on this one; this peppermint dip has been shared over 111k times!
Wanna know my favorite part about this dip? It’s super easy to make! With this busy time of year, anything we can do to simplify is life-changing, right?
This Peppermint Cheesecake Dip Recipe uses Cool Whip and not homemade whipped cream. It’s all about simplifying, right? If you’re not a fan and want to use homemade whipped cream you definitely can, just add a little more time to your prep-time and use the same amount as the cool whip.
I know if you make this Peppermint Cheesecake Dip, you and your family and friends you share it with will love it! Take a look at what others are saying about this recipe:
Brittney says:
“I generally never comment on blog or recipe posts I see online. BUT I just wanted to stop by and say that I’ve made this the past three years for family and work holiday events and everyone always asks me to make it again. I’ve also had a tough time finding the Andes chips, so I’ve always made it with crushed candy canes. It is a serious hit, and I can’t imagine making anything else each Christmas! So thank you for posting this recipe 🙂”
Valerie says:
“I made this recipe, to take to a Christmas party, and everyone loved it! I could not find the Andes Peppermint candies, so I processed some candy canes. Thank you for the great ideas!”
What to dip in cheesecake dip?
- Chocolate Graham Crackers
- Chocolate Covered Pretzels
- Oreos
- Chocolate Wafers
Can peppermint cheesecake dip be frozen?
Absolutely! Place it in an airtight container and wrap it with plastic wrap. Then just thaw it and give it a quick stir before serving.
How to Make Peppermint Cheesecake Dip:
- First, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
- Next, add the sugar and peppermint extract and mix until smooth.
- Then add in the cool whip until combined.
- Finally, stir in the Andes Peppermint Crunch Baking Chips and serve.
Love Peppermint? How about a show-stopping peppermint dessert? Try my Chocolate Peppermint Roulade, Loaded Peppermint Cookies, Peppermint Bark Sugar Cookie Pie, and Peppermint Bark Brownies.
Cook’s Note – Peppermint Cheesecake Dip:
- I like a milder Peppermint flavor, so that’s why I add only 1/4 teaspoon of extract. If you want more of a peppermint kick, wait to add more extract until after you add in the Andes Peppermint Crunch Baking Chips as those add peppermint flavor, too.
- This dip will keep, covered in the refrigerator, for up to 5 days.
- If Cool Whip isn’t your thing, feel free to use freshly whipped cream instead. You will need 1 1/2 cups of heavy whipping cream whipped to the stiff peaks stage, then use it in the recipe like you would the cool whip. Just note that when you use homemade whipped cream, this recipe will keep for no longer than 24 hours in the fridge.
- Andes Peppermint Crunch Baking Chips are easy to find; I’ve seen them at my local grocery store as well as stores like Target and Walmart. Or you can order them from Amazon.
- Instead of the Andes baking chips, you can use 1/2 cup chopped candy canes and 1/2 cup chopped white chocolate.
More Cheesecake Dips:
- Gingerbread Cheesecake Dip
- Peanut Butter Cheesecake Dip
- Lemon Cream Pie Cheesecake Dip
- Coconut Cream Pie Cheesecake Dip
Peppermint Cheesecake Dip
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- ¼ teaspoon peppermint extract
- 8 ounce container Cool Whip
- 1 Cup Andes Peppermint Crunch Baking Chips plus more for garnish
FOR DIPPING:
- Chocolate Graham Crackers
- Chocolate Covered Pretzels
Instructions
- Using a stand mixer or hand mixer, beat the cream cheese on medium speed until smooth, about 1 minute.
- Add the sugar and peppermint extract and beat until smooth and combined, about 30 seconds.
- Add the Cool Whip and beat until combined, about 1 minute.
- Fold in the Andes Peppermint Crunch Baking Chips, and transfer dip to a serving bowl and chill until ready to serve. Serve with chocolate graham crackers and chocolate covered pretzels. Dip can be stored in an airtight container for up to 1 week in the refrigerator.
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This post first appeared on Food Folks and Fun on December 7, 2013. I have since updated the pictures and added a recipe video.
This Peppermint Cheesecake Dip is a creamy, delicious, and quick and easy holiday dessert dip that comes together in just 5 minutes!
Beth says
This stuff is so addictive! I’ve been making it every Christmas season for years!
Jillian says
Beth, I love hearing comments like this! So glad you love it year after year! 🙂
Heather says
A smash hit. Made it once for work (back in the before times when you could bring food to share) and became an instant legend. Others who wanted the recipe have had the same results. I have no idea how this dip goes so far beyond the sum of its parts, but it does.
The only remotely difficult thing about it is finding the ingredients. Make this for your next gathering. You’ll be glad you did.
Jillian says
Heather, your comment made my day! I agree; this dip is always a smash hit when I take it to parties. Thanks for stopping by to leave a review and a comment; I really appreciate it! 🙂